Counsel

Senior Counsel, Litigation (Trial & Defense) — Seattle

  • LocationSeattle, Washington
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience10+ PQE
  • Compensation$200k–$235k
  • PracticeLitigation

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Experienced litigation counsel sought to join a busy insurance-defense trial team in Seattle. The role focuses on handling a broad range of liability matters including wrongful death, catastrophic injury, UIM/policy defense, premises liability, transportation claims and related disputes.

Day-to-day responsibilities include taking depositions, preparing pleadings and motions, managing discovery, conducting legal research, developing case-handling strategies, and preparing for and participating in mediations and trials. The role requires regular reporting to insurer clients and insureds.

The team supports career development through mentorship, global training programs, hybrid working options, paid parental leave, wellbeing allowances and other standard benefits.

  • Admission to practice in Washington State
  • 10+ years of civil litigation experience, with significant insurance-defense or general liability work
  • Proven trial, deposition and motion practice experience
  • Excellent legal research, drafting and oral advocacy skills; strong organisational and time-management abilities

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